Pounding the beat as the drummer of his soon to be nationally dominant rock act ‘The Tom's River Band’, Edgar bided his time on the crest of a Record deal with Zoo/BMG in 1994. Aware of the nature of ‘the beast’ and its tendency to swell up and drown even the most confident and talented musicians, Edgar hoped for the best and prepared for the worst.
…And so the record gods showed no mercy on yet another group of hopeful lads and at the end of that year, the deal was gone and so was their’ hope and faith.
And so Edgar being one step ahead, watching his band crash and burn, was already playing an acoustic guitar and pouring out his soul in song. From trips to NYC to take on vocal lessons and open mics to minimum wage jobs and using his favors for shelter, he eventually got back on his feet and became a self sufficient entity ready to yet again fight the good fight. But this time under his own terms and compromises.
Adversity, persistence and optimism are at the very core of his soul. It illuminates through his personality and his music.
Currently He is the driving force and image of his popular 'cover' duo in which he maintains a full time living as a professional singer. Performing at bars, restaurants, private affairs and concerts for the past 8 years, he has accumulated more than 1,930 shows!
With Edgar's extensive experience of live venues, he is currently paving a smooth effortless road into his original music performances. Naturally dynamic and full of emotion he instantaneously connects with his audience.
He has created and hosts an original music night in Carlstadt, NJ. A State predominately known for its ‘cover’ music scene, ‘Songwriter Tuesdays’ mission is to showcase, promote and create a big buzz in a small town. Every Tuesday features two new acts along with performances by Edgar and his co-host Josh Rifkin. In just over 25 weeks the night is steadily tracking record attendance and features artists from the Tri-State area. (click link above for all the details)
Edgar has also written & placed numerous jingles nationally and has created a children's project entitled ‘Harvey the Cow’ which is pending publishing.
Keeping an open mind and open heart in every facet of the creative music business, Edgar is ready and prepared for success
in whatever shape or form it may come.
uncle edgar your favorite nephews matty and joey have been busy. CD release is coming plus if you havent heard i am somebodys father. i hope you are well. i miss ya matty
Hey Edgar when you gonna play up here at the County Seat again? looking forward to it soon I hope. I got all the harmony parts down to sing with ya!! lol
Charlie
I had no idea the song Somebody Nobody was sitting on my computer. You must have sent it to me a long time ago. I just listened to it. It's awesome. I love it!
i just wanted to say thanks for being you... youre one of the rare human beings people would give anything to have as a friend... and i'm very grateful that u are now one of mine... be safe cya on the scene...
patricia
